Role: Implements physical therapy treatment programs under supervision for patients across all ages, ensuring adherence to best practices.
Responsibilities include:
- Self-assessment, continuous learning, and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Effective communication with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
- Logical questioning, problem identification, data analysis, and solution evaluation.
- Training and evaluating students, fostering team relationships, and embracing change.
- Assisting with data collection, monitoring patient progress, and conducting exercise and treatment sessions within patient capabilities.
- Preparing documentation, supporting discharge planning, and promoting evidence-based practices.
- Performing additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited program.
- Preferred: one year of experience as a Physical Therapy Aide or Assistant.
- Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) with active, good standing status.
- Current BLS certification (must be obtained within 90 days of starting).